How To Fix CX_MSR_LFE008 - Delivery type not maintained for sales document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX_MSR_LFE - Messages in logistical follow-up execution

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Delivery type not maintained for sales document type &1

What causes this issue?

Default delivery type for sales order type &V1& is not maintained.

System Response

Outbound delivery could not be created.

How to fix this error?

Check the default delivery type of sales order types &V1& in IMG
activity <DS:TRAN.VOV8>Define Sales Document Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX_MSR_LFE008 - Delivery type not maintained for sales document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message CX_MSR_LFE008 indicates that there is a missing delivery type configuration for a specific sales document type. This error typically arises when the system attempts to process a sales document (like a sales order) that does not have an associated delivery type defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the delivery type has not been maintained for the specified sales document type in the configuration settings. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The delivery type has not been set up in the system for the sales document type you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Customization: Changes in the configuration might have led to the delivery type being removed or not properly linked to the sales document type.
  Data Entry Error: The sales document type being used may not be intended for delivery processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the delivery type is properly maintained for the sales document type in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Sales and Distribution -> Shipping -> Deliveries -> Define Delivery Types.
  
  
  
  Check Delivery Type Configuration:
  
  In the delivery types configuration, check if the delivery type you are trying to use is defined.
  Ensure that the delivery type is linked to the correct sales document type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Delivery Type for Sales Document Type:
  
  If the delivery type is missing, you will need to create or maintain it.
  You can do this by selecting the appropriate delivery type and ensuring it is assigned to the relevant sales document type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the sales document processing again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct delivery type to use, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OVL2 (for delivery types) and VOV8 (for sales document types) to access the relevant configuration screens directly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CX_MSR_LFE008 and ensure that your sales document types are correctly configured for delivery processing.